Individuals & Families
Helping Individuals and Families Afford Insurance
If you do not have health insurance or your health insurance costs too much, you can enroll in health coverage through the New York Health Benefit Exchange starting October 1, 2013. This fact sheet details the program.
If you need health insurance coverage immediately, New York State has several programs available that may help. Click here for more details.
FAQs for Individuals & Families
Yes. Meeting the language needs of consumers has been a critical part of planning the New York Health Benefit Exchange. When open enrollment begins on October 1, 2013, the website where you will apply on-line will be available initially in English, followed shortly by Spanish, and later expanded to other languages. A toll free customer service center will be open on October 1, 2013 to assist you in nearly all languages.
New York State already has programs for people that don't have insurance. Visit the Health Insurance Coverage in New York State page for more information. You can also call NY Health Options at 800-541-2831 for more information about health insurance for children and low-income adults.
Yes, you will be able to purchase health insurance through the New York Health Benefit Exchange regardless of whether you have a pre-existing or chronic health condition. The amount you pay for insurance coverage will not be impacted by your health status.
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